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A695 TNH

1983 Austin Mini Metro L

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,172 mi
Last recorded49,172 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Metro L45,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA695 TNH
MakeAustin
ModelMini Metro L
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 49,172 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 47,984 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2022 47,946 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 45,379 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 45,343 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,070 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 45,067 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 44,588 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 44,585 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 43,936 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,062 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2015 43,048 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 41,609 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 36,825 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 30,753 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 24,749 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,244 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 16,380 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 16,370 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 15,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 14,793 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 14,751 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Metro L?

Based on 634 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
863
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 74
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
Steering rack gaiter split 24
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 19
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A695 TNH is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Austin Mini Metro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 45,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Metro L fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A695 TNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Metro L typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Austin Mini Metro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A695 TNH registered?

A695 TNH is a 1983 Austin Mini Metro L, first registered on 8 September 1983.

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